Generac 1276-1 - Manual (Page 5)

KIT INCLUDES:
50 AMP PLUG ON 5FT. POWER CORD
THE EXTERNAL CONNECTION BOX
Located outside the home nearest the incoming gas
service.
30’ FLEXIBLE CONDUIT
Pre-wired from the automatic transfer switch with built-
in emergency load center for connection to the external
connection box.
PRE-WIRED AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH* AND
EMERGENCY LOAD CENTER WITH 12 CIRCUITS
Installed within 1 foot of the home’s main distribution
panel. This transfer switch will provide smooth and safe
transition between utility and generator power.
Eliminates the need to run extension cords.
*When used
with a portable generator the transfer from utility to
generator power will have to be performed manually.
(See page 7)
2’ PRE-WIRED CONDUIT FOR EASY CONNECTION TO
THE HOME’S MAIN DISTRIBUTION PANEL
12 UL LISTED WIRE NUTS (not shown)
TOOLS REQUIRED:
Drill, drill bits, hole saw (type and length will be
determined by the materials you will be drilling and
cutting), open-end wrenches or adjustable wrenches,
socket wrenches or nut drivers, standard and Phillips
screwdrivers, sledge hammer, channel-lock pliers,
spade shovel, and safety goggles.
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Designed with the
homeowner in mind!
ITEMS YOU MUST PURCHASE:
70 AMP double pole circuit
breaker (must be the same
type as in your main electrical
distribution panel)
Ground rod with grounding
strap
Crushed stone or pea gravel
(approximately 10-12 cubic
feet)*
Black poly-film or other
vegetation blocking fabric*
Silicone caulk
Fasteners (to mount
connection box and automatic
transfer switch)
Power cord clamp (to secure
cord at the external connection
box
*Only required when a Guardian Home Standby
generator is be installed.
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Installation Guide